Live updates from the second Rugby World Cup semi-final between the Springboks and Wales in Japan, which kicks off at 11h00 (SA time, 18h00 local).
SA Rugby has launched a range of off-field Springbok-themed clothing to carry the team into every corner of every day So...
SA Rugby has concluded a restructuring process that will ensure greater emphasis on participation at amateur level, as p...
Home is where the heart is. However, for two fallen rugby players, theirs are not the places of solace they’re supposed ...
SA Rugby has postponed a planned Special General Meeting (SGM) to consider a proposal to conclude a private equity inves...
The South African Rugby Union (SARU) addressed concerns publicised in the media regarding a proposed private equity inve...
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Ill-discipline denied the Toyota Cheetahs their fourth Guinness PRO14 victory on Saturday as a red card and a series of penalties conceded late in their clash against Connacht at the Sportsground in Galway saw them succumb to a 24-22 defeat.
The Springboks go into tomorrow’s Rugby World Cup semi-final against Wales knowing that this is much more than just two groups of grown men chasing an oval ball around a rugby field in Japan.
The Springbok Sevens team suffered a disappointing 21-5 defeat to Ireland in the final of the Athlete's Factory International 7s in Chester on Saturday after dominating all in the preceding five matches of the tournament.
England powered to one of the most memorable triumphs in their rugby history in Yokohama on Saturday, washing away years of disappointment and near-misses against New Zealand by finally defeating and dethroning the champions on the biggest RWC stage, by 19-7.
It was a case of too little too late for the Isuzu Southern Kings on Saturday as they went down 36-30 against Italian club, Benetton, at Stadio Monigo in Treviso despite staging a late fightback with three tries in 15 minutes.
What will be a 63-day odyssey through Japan for the Springboks entered its concluding phase on Monday when the team moved base for one last time, returning to the Tokyo Bay hotel – the team’s home for the opening pool game five weeks ago.
The Springboks missed just 10 tackles for an amazing 94% defensive success rate in their 19-16 Rugby World Cup semi-final victory over Wales in Yokohama on Sunday.
Junior Springbok coach Chean Roux made three changes to his squad for South Africa U19 team’s tour to Georgia in November as Emile van Heerden, Celimpilo Gumede and Evan Roos were forced to withdraw due Vodacom Super Rugby commitments with the Cell C Sharks.
Rassie Erasmus, Director of Rugby, talks about what it means being a Springbok and the transition of the team since he took over the coaching duties.
The Springboks will use the same gameplan and “probably” bring Cheslin Kolbe into the match-day 23 for Saturday’s Rugby World Cup final against England on Saturday, or will they?
Ill-discipline denied the Toyota Cheetahs their fourth Guinness PRO14 victory on Saturday as a red card and a series of penalties conceded late in their clash against Connacht at the Sportsground in Galway saw them succumb to a 24-22 defeat.
What will be a 63-day odyssey through Japan for the Springboks entered its concluding phase on Monday when the team moved base for one last time, returning to the Tokyo Bay hotel – the team’s home for the opening pool game five weeks ago.
Partner News
Bok Friday just went 24/7/365SA Rugby has launched a range of off-field Springbok-themed clothing to carry the team into every corner of every day South African life in a game-changing move to meet consumer demand.
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SA Rugby gets “growing the game” makeoverSA Rugby has concluded a restructuring process that will ensure greater emphasis on participation at amateur level, as part of a wide-ranging reorganisation, with its impact already felt after changes in coaching teams and the creation of two new fit-for-purpose departments.
Inspiration
Project Liberty: Help rugby players rebuild after life-altering injuriesHome is where the heart is. However, for two fallen rugby players, theirs are not the places of solace they’re supposed to be. Key adaptations are required after catastrophic injuries left Anzil Williams and Heinrich Erasmus wheelchair-bound. The pair is positive but admits their home situations make an already ultra-difficult time that much more challenging.
Statement
SA Rugby postpones SGM at government requestSA Rugby has postponed a planned Special General Meeting (SGM) to consider a proposal to conclude a private equity investment in the sport’s commercial rights at the request of Mr Gayton McKenzie, the Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture.
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SA Rugby pledges on-going engagement on equity dealThe South African Rugby Union (SARU) addressed concerns publicised in the media regarding a proposed private equity investment during a meeting of the Presidents’ Council in Cape Town on Wednesday.
